Job Description

Job Location Washington, PA 15301 Position Type Part Time Job Shift Any

Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement

The CARE Center, Inc.

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions in our Washington, PA Location

Overall Function:

Maintains the general safety and security of individuals at the crisis stabilization/diversion unit.

Essential Functions:

• Provides hands-on instruction to individuals to implement crisis plans and assist with crisis resolution.
• Can assist with transportation to medical appointments as necessary.
• Reports to the supervisor any individual’s needs that would affect their current crisis plan of care.
• Conducts recreational and social activities with individuals while at the crisis unit.
• Responsible for meal preparation for the stabilization/diversion unit individuals.
• Participates in regular staff training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist the individuals while at the unit.
• Maintains overall cleanliness of the crisis stabilization/diversion unit and reports any repair needs to the program supervisor.
• Maintains proper documentation of all assistance and support provided to everyone identified by the crisis plan of care.
• Monitors and assists individuals with their activities of daily living skills.
• Other duties as required.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information with effectiveness, and follow instructions.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

AVAILABLE BENEFITS:

• Medical and dental benefits are available to eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

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